Thanks to stars like Lady Gaga and Katy Perry, over-the-top nail art has dominated the beauty industry, from YouTube to high-profile magazines. Season after season it seemed as if there were endless possibilities for designs, stickers and even trinkets that turn a nude nail into a mini kaleidoscope. But like any trend, eye-popping nails are swiftly being replaced with more subtle, delicate polishes and bold, solid shades. Fresh and chic, simple nail art is slowly making its comeback to the mainstream, one nude nail at a time.
rose all day
The rose gold trend is spilling over from jewelry to nails. Give your fingers and toes a rich shine with Butter London’s Champers Nail Lacquer, an opaque rose gold hue. Unlike yellow gold or silver, Champers (British slang for champagne) is a bit more subdued, making for the perfect pop of color.
Butter London Champers Nail Lacquer, Neiman Marcus Plaza Frontenac, $15
bold blue
Blue tones were all over the spring/summer 2016 runways, and it definitely didn’t go unnoticed. Make a statement with Essie’s Pool Side Service cerulean blue. This shade’s crisp color will pair easily with sun-kissed skin and tropical sundresses.
Essie Pool Side Service, Ulta Brentwood, $8
green tip
Who said French manicures are out of style? Update this classic design by swapping out white tips for green. Yes, green. A cream base nail makes for the perfect backdrop against a kelly green tip. Not sure this look is right for you? Keep the green tips skinny and just don’t put any color on your nail bed for a chic update. Try Anya by Julep for a glamorous shade of green.
Julep Anya, nordstrom.com, $14
matte is the new black
A fresh update on a classic, matte polish is the new black. Check out OPI’s Matte Top Coat. You can use it on any color nail polish for an effortless matte effect.
OPI Matte Top Coat, Sephora West County Center, Galleria, $10
get in line
Nail art can get pretty complicated, but novices, rejoice! The latest trend does not require certification or surgeon-like precision. Just a thin simple line, horizontal or vertical, painted across each nail is an equally elegant and simple embellishment. Just pick your two favorite contrasting colors, one for the nail bed, the other for the line design. Sally Hansen offers great nail pens for perfectly straight lines.
Sally Hansen Nail Art Pen, Ulta Chesterfield Valley, $5.99
